Which of the following is the best parameter to monitor LMWH?
A. APTT
B. PT C. INR
D. Anti Xa level
Ans. D. Anti Xa level
UFH
Unfractionated Heparin. is associated
with variable pharmacokinetics that's why monitoring is necessary.
And
aPTT is best parameter for its monitoring.
LMWH
does not need any monitoring except in some special circumstances like
pregnancy and old age and kidney disease.
And
Xa level is best parameter for its monitoring.
